Army Foils Ambush In Cross River, Kills Four Gunmen
Troops of the 13 Brigade of the Nigerian Army have foiled an ambush by suspected criminals while responding to a communal dispute in Odonget Community, Obubra Local Government Area of Cross River State. The Army disclosed this in a statement issued on Thursday by the Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, Headquarters 13 Brigade, Lt. Yemi […]
BREAKING: Edo PDP Suffers Major Setback as Key Exco Member Dumps Party
By Darlington Okpebholo Ray The cloud of uncertainty and confusion currently bedevilling Nigeria’s main opposition party, the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, appears to have deepened in Edo State, as a key member of the party’s State Executive Committee is set to resign from the party within the week. The party chieftain, Barrister Dan Osa Ogbegie, […]
Terrorists Attack Borno Settlement, Kill One, Rustle Livestock
Suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists have attacked a nomadic settlement in Wuturo, Konduga Local Government Area of Borno State, killing one herder and rustling a large number of livestock. Truth Live News gathered that the incident occurred on Tuesday night, March 10, 2026, when armed men stormed the settlement on motorcycles. The Public Relations Officer of […]
Kwara Donates Industrial Garri Machines To Community
The Kwara State Government on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, handed over industrial cassava flour (garri) processing machines to residents of Owode Oja in Asa Local Government Area to boost production, create jobs, and improve livelihoods. Truth Live News gathered that the intervention is part of the state government’s effort to support rural communities and promote […]
D’Tigress Defeat Colombia In World Cup Qualifier
Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress, defeated Colombia in their opening game of the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup 2026 Qualifying Tournament on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. The match was played at the Astroballe Arena in Villeurbanne, near Lyon, France. D’Tigress dominated the encounter from the opening quarter, controlling possession and limiting Colombia’s scoring opportunities throughout […]
Iran Pulls Out of 2026 World Cup Amid Escalating Conflict With U.S., Israel
Iran has announced it will not participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup following the killing of its Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei, in joint attacks carried out by the United States and Israel. The decision was confirmed by Iran’s Minister of Sports and Youth, Ahmad Donyamali, who said the country’s national football team will not […]
Embezzlement: Court Sentences DR Congo FA President To Life Imprisonment, Others Bag Five Years Jail Term
Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting the Democratic Republic of Congo Football Federation, or FECOFA, president, Jean-Guy Blaise has been handed a life sentence by the court for embezzlement. The ruling came after an eight-month investigation into claims of corruption and financial misconduct at the country’s football regulatory organization. A court found Mayolas guilty of money laundering, embezzlement, […]
Reps Urge FG To Construct Benin–Lagos Railway To Ease Traffic
The House of Representatives on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, urged the Federal Government to commence construction of a railway corridor linking Benin City and Lagos to tackle growing insecurity and traffic congestion along the busy highway connecting the two cities. The resolution followed the adoption of a motion moved during plenary by the lawmaker representing […]
Breaking: Reps Orders N10m Fine, Jail Term for Dual Party Membership
The house of representatives has amended the Electoral Act 2026 to penalize dual membership of political parties. Under the new provision, individuals found guilty of belonging to more than one political party at the same time will face a fine of N10 million and a maximum prison term of two years. The lower legislative chamber […]
Jigawa Raises Ward Heads’ Allowance
Jigawa State Governor, Umar Namadi, has approved an increase in the monthly allowance of ward heads, also known as Maiunguwa. The decision was announced on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, following the State Executive Council meeting held at the Government House in Dutse. The allowance was raised from N3,000 to N10,000, according to the Commissioner for […]